Principal Partner, The Royal Opera
A champion of the arts, the support of Rolex enables the Royal Ballet and Opera to deliver world-class productions to new and existing audiences around the globe. Building on an existing 18-year partnership as the Exclusive Timepiece of the Royal Opera House, the 2024/25 Season marks a new era that sees Rolex become the headline partner of The Royal Opera – the very first brand to take on this pivotal new role.
Already an integral partner of the organisation, Rolex has been working hand in hand with the Royal Opera House since 2006. Since 2014 they have worked to inspire audiences of the Royal Ballet and Opera with behind-the-scenes Insights events, which give a new perspective and in-depth detail about the art.
The alliance between Rolex and the arts is an essential feature of the global cultural landscape. The brand partners with prestigious institutions, including leading opera houses such as Milan's Teatro alla Scala, New York's Metropolitan Opera, the Opéra national de Paris, Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires and the Opéra de Monte-Carlo, supporting innovation and excellence in the arts.
“The relationship between Rolex and the Royal Ballet and Opera has just become stronger. Our brand’s history of supporting the world’s leading cultural institutions is long and we proudly participate in fostering the most important cultural traditions existing today. As Principal Partner of The Royal Opera, we are looking forward to our continuing partnership.”
Insights
Discover more about our productions from the world class artists and creators working on stage and behind the scenes with the Royal Ballet and Opera. Insight events include open rehearsals, conversations with artists and creatives, pre-performance talks, beginners guides, behind-the-scenes demonstrations and participatory workshops.
Rolex ambassadors performing in the 2024/25 Season
We are grateful for the generosity, creativity and shared ambition of Rolex and our corporate supporters.
You can support the work of the Royal Ballet and Opera and the Royal Opera House by becoming a partner. Find out more about partnerships or contact our partnerships team.
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